Northwest Wellness

02/19/2026

Condition of the Week: ❄️ Cold-Weather Muscle Stiffness & Body Aches ❄️

When the temperature drops, your muscles feel it too! Cold weather can make tissues tighten, reduce circulation, and leave your body feeling stiff, achy, and less mobile than usual. Common symptoms are: tight neck and shoulders, low-back stiffness, hip and knee aches, reduced flexibility, and feeling "creaky" in the morning. The good news is you don't have to push through it!

At Northwest Wellness, our chiropractic, massage, and naturopathic providers work together to help you:
-Improve mobility and reduce stiffness
-Support circulation and warm the tissues
-Ease muscle tension and seasonal aches
-Keep your body moving comfortably all winter long

If you're feeling extra tight or achy this week, you're not alone-- we're here to help you feel better in your body again! Call us at (253) 927-0660 to schedule an appointment with one of our providers today.

02/12/2026

✨Condition of the Week: Plantar Fasciitis 🦶

Experiencing stabbing heel pain first thing in the morning, or tenderness along the bottom of your heel or arch after long periods of standing or walking? These are classic signs of Plantar Fasciitis, a common condition where the thick band of tissue along the bottom of the foot becomes inflamed which leads to the sharp heel pain.

Try starting your day with gentle calf stretches and plantar fascia stretches before getting out of bed; or try rolling your foot over a frozen water bottle for relief. Supportive footwear is essential for managing this condition.

And if symptoms persist, don’t hesitate to visit your Chiropractor — we can help by correcting the biomechanics of the foot and ankle, improving mobility, and addressing the soft tissue tension that contributes to the pain.

Call (253) 927-0660 to schedule an appointment with one of our providers today!

02/02/2026

Now Offering Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy at NW Wellness!

At NW Wellness, we believe the body has an incredible ability to heal when given the right support. PRP therapy is a regenerative option for patients whose pain or dysfunction persists despite movement therapy, soft-tissue work, and lifestyle care.

PRP is made from a small sample of your own blood, processed to concentrate platelets—cells rich in growth factors that help coordinate tissue repair. This plasma is then applied to joints or tendons to support your body’s natural healing response.

PRP complements chiropractic care, massage therapy, and naturopathic medicine. Common areas we evaluate include:

-Knee osteoarthritis
-Shoulder degeneration
-Chronic tendon injuries

It’s autologous, gradual, and biologically thoughtful—not a quick fix, but a meaningful option when you’ve been doing “all the right things” and still feel stuck.

Curious if PRP is right for you?
Schedule a complimentary consult with Dr. Thomas to explore whether this therapy fits your goals and care plan.

01/29/2026

Condition of the Week: Tension Headaches

🌿 Tension Headaches: Why They Happen & How We Help

Tension headaches are one of the most common types of headaches—and they’re often linked to tight neck and shoulder muscles, stress, and long hours on screens. If you’re feeling that familiar band of pressure around your head, your body may be asking for support.

Chiropractic care can help reduce muscle tension, improve posture, and restore proper movement so those headaches show up less often (and with less intensity). Small changes make a big difference.

Want to know if your headaches are coming from muscle tension? We’re here to help you figure it out. Call (253) 927-0660 to schedule an appointment with one of our providers today.

01/22/2026

✨ Healing starts with trust -- at any age ✨

Chiropractic care isn't just for adults with back pain. We help kids, teens, and families move better, feel better, and live healthier-- naturally.

💙Referral Special:
Current patients, refer a friend and you both save on your next visit! New patients, you're welcome here and we would love to care for you!

📞 Call 253-927-0660 or visit our website to schedule your appointment today!

12/17/2025

✨ Happy Holidays from all of us at Northwest Wellness! ✨
We’re so grateful for our amazing patients and community. Wishing you a season filled with health, joy, and relaxation. Thank you for trusting us with your wellness this year. ❤️

11/19/2025

✨ Join Us in Giving Back! ✨
Northwest Wellness is hosting our Annual Food Drive all month long to support the Federal Way Food Bank.

📅 Now through November
🥫 Drop off non-perishable food items at our clinic
❤️ Every donation helps families in our community

Let’s come together and make a meaningful impact this holiday season. Thank you for supporting our neighbors in need! Please call to schedule 253-927-0660 or to learn more about our free services in exchange for donations.

11/13/2025

Rain or shine, it’s coffee time! Celebrating Red Cup Day here at NWW♥️☕️

11/10/2025

Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (a quick download from Dr. Thomas)

Cough
- If the cough is worse when laying down and first getting up, it is most likely an upper respiratory infection.
- If the cough is all day long no matter what you do, it could be lower in the respiratory tract.

A "good" cough is a wet cough. Often you may swallow lots of mucous and therefore are not hungry ("bo**er belly"). To settle the stomach you need to burn through the mucous:
- black tea (sips of black tea), ginger, grapefruit juice, and/or salt.

Treatment for cough:
- Humidification and/or v***r rubs, steam shower
- Hydration with electrolytes
- Take a mucolytic: (N-acetyl-cysteine)

Treatment Options:
- Vitamin C
- Garlic/mullein drops
- Echinacea
- Probiotic
- Omega 3-fatty acids

For more support, schedule a visit with Dr. Thomas!

10/31/2025

🎃 Happy Halloween from all of us at Northwest Wellness! 👻
We hope your day is filled with fun, laughter, and plenty of treats (in moderation 😉). Stay safe, stay healthy, and have a spooktacular Halloween!

🧡 – The Northwest Wellness Team

10/28/2025

Dr. Burt and his family at the Federal Way Community Center, Tricks and Treats event, this past weekend. One of our favorite events to participate in the community!

10/22/2025

Come join our team!

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